F Juraj Slafkovsky - TPS, Finland U20 (2022 Draft)

[Shroud of Orrin]

Impressive.

 

[Agent Zuuuub]

More noticeable against team Canada than Wright is against North Bay. Major Hossa vibes, his back pressure is super similar. He is just bigger... Skill on display too. Anyone thinking Wright is a lock for 1 isn't watching the games. Or they don't know what to look for.

especially if we are projecting what they are going to be in 3-4 years.

A stronger faster 6 ft 4 220+ pound Juraj with his creativity, hands, and motor. Throwback Jagr vibes there.

 

[bert]

Svech was a far superior prospect in every manner of the game. No comparison.

I think Slaf is the most overrated prospect in sometime.

Dont agree at all, did you watch the game or just hockey db?

 

[brakeyawself]

That is kinda disappointing . Nothing against Svech , he is an awesome player but I was hoping for Slaf to have as much potential.

I'd say they do have similar potential. But Svech was further ahead in his development, less of a project, maybe a little safer. Otherwise though, I do think they have similar potential. Someone else mentioned Rantanen. I don't know, I mean, there's no exact comparison. He's got different aspects relatable. But all around he probably is the best "power winger" prospect since Laf, Svech, Tkachuks. etc... Just broadly speaking.

 

[Eggtimer]

I'd say they do have similar potential. But Svech was further ahead in his development, less of a project, maybe a little safer. Otherwise though, I do think they have similar potential. Someone else mentioned Rantanen. I don't know, I mean, there's no exact comparison. He's got different aspects relatable. But all around he probably is the best "power winger" prospect since Laf, Svech, Tkachuks. etc... Just broadly speaking.

Ok I’m way off base then as I viewed Rantanen as a better player than Svechnikov ?

 

[BavelPure]

Slaf looks involved every shift and hunts the puck, plays with a lot of desire and emotion.. He's definitely not a perimeter player; looks like he's going to be a fantastic get. Great hands, hard shot, slick passing.

 

[alko]

Anyone thinking Wright is a lock for 1 isn't watching the games. Or they don't know what to look for.

We see it too. But the formula Montreal Canadiens + first overall pick + very talented Shane Wright + Canadian wonder boy + center is hart to beat.

 

[Eye of Ra]

It's a statistical fluke. It's extremely unlikely he's going to score 7 goals in the World Champs.

If we would normalize his expected production, it should've been around 3 points in 7 games.

Do you have any comment to the fact that Slafkovsky looked awesome against a strong Canada with NHLers? I guess that was also a "fluke" ?

 

[Benstheman]

Do you have any comment to the fact that Slafkovsky looked awesome against a strong Canada with NHLers? I guess that was also a "fluke" ?

He looked ok. Had some good flashes offensively but other than that, he wasn’t dominant like Nemec was.

 

[Namejs]

Do you have any comment to the fact that Slafkovsky looked awesome against a strong Canada with NHLers? I guess that was also a "fluke" ?

Looking awesome is not quantifiable therefore not valid for data analysis.

He is generating 2.67 shots per game, which implies about a goal per 4 games. So far he has 0 in 3 games, which is not a fluke. Scoring 7 goals in 7 games is a massive fluke.

 

[waitin425]

I'd say they do have similar potential. But Svech was further ahead in his development, less of a project, maybe a little safer. Otherwise though, I do think they have similar potential. Someone else mentioned Rantanen. I don't know, I mean, there's no exact comparison. He's got different aspects relatable. But all around he probably is the best "power winger" prospect since Laf, Svech, Tkachuks. etc... Just broadly speaking.

His best comparison style wise is Jagr. He has that same look on the ice.





**note this is not saying he will reach Jagr potential...just that he looks like him***

 

[WhiskeyYerTheDevils]

He looked as good as I've ever seen him look vs Canada. Definitely growing into his body extremely well. His first step looks much quicker than before, as does his decision making.

 

[NJ DevLolz]

Slafkovsky-Hughes-Sharangovich
Bratt-Hischier-Fiala

 

[WhiskeyYerTheDevils]

Slafkovsky-Hughes-Sharangovich
Bratt-Hischier-Fiala

No reason to trade for Fiala


Gaudreau - Hughes - Slafkovsky
Bratt - Hischier - Sharangovich

 

[NJ DevLolz]

No reason to trade for Fiala


Gaudreau - Hughes - Slafkovsky
Bratt - Hischier - Sharangovich

I'd rather pay Fiala 7 than Gaudreau 11. When you take into account age it's a no brainer

 

[WhiskeyYerTheDevils]

I'd rather pay Fiala 7 than Gaudreau 11. When you take into account age it's a no brainer

Naah Gaudreau is worth it. He'll be better longer if I had to bet - players like him tend to age really well.

 

[NyQuil]

Looked very good in the game against Canada.

 

[NJ DevLolz]

Naah Gaudreau is worth it. He'll be better longer if I had to bet - players like him tend to age really well.

Bratt needs money
Mercer will need money in 2 years
Devils need to do something about goaltending
Devils need a 3rd pair

Devils aren't exactly swimming in cap space any more when you add the above upgrades

 

[WhiskeyYerTheDevils]

Bratt needs money
Mercer will need money in 2 years
Devils need to do something about goaltending
Devils need a 3rd pair

Devils aren't exactly swimming in cap space any more when you add the above upgrades

Yes, yes I do.

 

[Eggtimer]

No reason to trade for Fiala


Gaudreau - Hughes - Slafkovsky
Bratt - Hischier - Sharangovich

Gaudreau and Hughes on the same line won’t work . Both are elite carrying the puck through the neutral zone and entering the O zone to set up offence . It’s a pipe dream . Flames won’t let Johnny walk

 

[Baaaaaaaaaaaaah]

Holtz!

 

[waitin425]

Even if the Habs pick Wright, which I hope they do at this point, Slaf looks the most NHL ready at this point, and the only one I would say with confidence should be in the show next year.

 

[Jerzey Devil]

Holtz!

Guess these guys have already traded him away.

Slaf-Hughes-Holtz
Bratt-Hischier-Mercer

 

[Rockomax]

Even if the Habs pick Wright, which I hope they do at this point, Slaf looks the most NHL ready at this point, and the only one I would say with confidence should be in the show next year.

Good that the Habs don't need to have their next 1st selection in the NHL next season then.

 

[jfhabs]

Dont agree at all, did you watch the game or just hockey db?

I like the Svechnikov comparaison as well, even tho it's hard because of the different league.
I have no doubt Slafkovsky would've been a top producer in the OHL this year.